Man arrested following fatal crash - Ulmarra

Wednesday, 29 October 2025 09:58:11 AM

A man has been arrested following a fatal crash in the state’s north yesterday.

About 4.50pm yesterday (Tuesday 28 October 2025), emergency services were called to a showground on Coldstream Street, Ulmarra – about 15km north of Grafton – following reports of a crash.

Officers attached to Coffs/Clarence Police District attended and were told a white 4WD had struck a pedestrian, before it was seen driving along Big River Way towards Grafton.

NSW Ambulance paramedics treated a 55-year-old woman for serious injuries; however, she died at the scene.

Police declared a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

Following inquiries, about 7.40am today (Wednesday 29 October 2025), police located and seized a 4WD in South Grafton.

A 50-year-old man was arrested and has been taken to Coffs Harbour Police Station, where inquiries are ongoing.

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